Maine Dealer Fee Report
How transparent are car dealers in Maine? We analyzed 196 verified OTD quotes from 91 dealers to reveal what buyers actually pay in doc fees, add-ons, and markup.
As of October 2026, the average doc fee at 71 rated Maine dealers is $555, $151 above the national average, based on 196 verified out-the-door quotes collected by CarEdge.
Data updated Oct 4, 2026 · How we score dealers
The Pine Tree State
Maine's dealer grade: B
86/100 average transparency score
19th highest doc fees in the U.S.
Key Findings
- Maine has the 19th-highest average doc fee of the 52 states we track, at $555.
- 64 of 91 rated Maine dealers earned an A for transparency; 20 earned a D or F.
- Ira Toyota Saco in Saco is the state's most transparent dealer at 100/100 from 6 verified quotes.
- Verified doc fees in Maine range from $95 to $899 — Yankee Ford charges the most.
- The most common dealer add-on in Maine is guard, appearing on 46% of itemized quotes at an average of $216.
Maine Dealer Grade Distribution
Top 10 Most Transparent Dealers in Maine
The most transparent dealers in Maine, from verified pricing data (3+ quotes each).
Ira Toyota Saco
Saco, ME
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesQuirk Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Belfast, ME
$56 below the Maine average
No mandatory add-ons · 6 verified quotes
See the quotesRowe Auburn
Westbrook, ME
$56 below the Maine average
No mandatory add-ons · 8 verified quotes
See the quotesRowe Westbrook
Westbrook, MEWestbrook, ME
Bill Dodge Nissan
Saco, MESaco, ME
Bill Dodge Kia of Saco
Saco, MESaco, ME
Darling's Newport
Ellsworth, MEEllsworth, ME
Bill Dodge Hyundai
Brunswick, MEBrunswick, ME
Quirk Cadillac
Bangor, MEBangor, ME
Lee Nissan of Topsham
Topsham, METopsham, ME
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Highest Doc Fees in Maine
These Maine dealers charge the most in documentation fees. The state average is $555.
| # | Dealer | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yankee Ford | $799 | 3 |
| 2 | Berlin City Toyota of Portland | $799 | 4 |
| 3 | Berlin City Honda of Portland | $799 | 5 |
| 4 | Patriot Acura | $729 | 4 |
| 5 | Patriot Subaru | $729 | 14 |
| 6 | Pape Subaru | $699 | 9 |
| 7 | Goodwin Mazda | $699 | 3 |
| 8 | Lee Nissan of Topsham | $649 | 3 |
| 9 | Lee Auto Malls | $649 | 3 |
| 10 | Bill Dodge Nissan | $599 | 3 |
Lowest-Rated Dealers in Maine
These Maine dealers have the lowest transparency scores based on fees, add-ons, and markup.
| Dealer | Grade | Doc Fee | Quotes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greg's Auto Sales | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Wiscasset Ford | D 60/100 | — | 3 |
| Berlin City Honda of Portland | B 85/100 | $799 | 5 |
| Berlin City Toyota of Portland | B 86/100 | $799 | 4 |
| Evergreen Subaru | B 87/100 | $594 | 3 |
| Mercedes-Benz of Scarborough | B 89/100 | $595 | 7 |
| Yankee Ford | A 93/100 | $799 | 3 |
| Patriot Subaru | A 94/100 | $729 | 14 |
| Patriot Acura | A 95/100 | $729 | 4 |
| Pape Subaru | A 96/100 | $699 | 9 |
Most Common Add-ons in Maine
The most frequently seen dealer add-ons in Maine, based on itemized OTD quotes.
Dealers by Brand in Maine
Which brands have the most transparent dealers in Maine?
Ford
8 dealers · Avg score: 93/100
Toyota
8 dealers · Avg score: 78/100
Dodge
8 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Subaru
6 dealers · Avg score: 95/100
Chevrolet
6 dealers · Avg score: 94/100
Mazda
6 dealers · Avg score: 68/100
Chrysler
4 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Hyundai
4 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Nissan
4 dealers · Avg score: 96/100
Jeep
3 dealers · Avg score: 98/100
Volkswagen
2 dealers · Avg score: 100/100
Ram
2 dealers · Avg score: 99/100
Honda
2 dealers · Avg score: 43/100
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Maine Dealer Fee FAQ
What is the average dealer doc fee in Maine?
As of October 2026, the average documentation fee in Maine is $555, based on 196 verified out-the-door quotes from 71 dealers collected by CarEdge. That is $151 above the $404 national average.
Which Maine dealers charge the highest doc fees?
Yankee Ford charges the highest verified doc fee in Maine at $799. Doc fees across the state range from $95 to $899.
Who is the most transparent car dealer in Maine?
Ira Toyota Saco in Saco is the highest-rated dealer in Maine with a transparency score of 100/100 (Grade A) from 6 verified quotes.
Are dealer doc fees negotiable in Maine?
Doc fees themselves are often presented as non-negotiable, but the out-the-door price always is: if a Maine dealer charges a high doc fee, ask for an equivalent discount on the vehicle price. 64 of 91 rated Maine dealers earned an A for transparent, low-fee pricing.